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Erik Gibbs

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Erik brings his unique writing talents and storytelling flare to cover a wide range of gambling topics. He has written for a number of industry-related publications over the years, providing insight into the constantly evolving world of gaming. A huge sports fan, he especially enjoys football and anything related to sports gambling. Erik is particularly interested in seeing how sports gambling and online gaming are transforming the larger gaming ecosystem.

Legal April 23, 2021
Florida Able to Recover from Almost-certain Defeat of Sports Gambling
It seemed like Florida was about to miss an opportunity to reap the benefits of sports gambling this year, but it has apparently found success at the last minute. Governor Ron DeSantis and the Seminole Tribe of Florida have reached an agreement for a new tribal gaming compact that will see the Sunshine State launch […]
Casino April 22, 2021
Caesars Entertainment Ready to Improve Its Atlantic City Operations
2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic may have hurt casino operators’ abilities to generate a lot of revenue, but Caesars Entertainment is taking the situation in stride. It announced yesterday that it will be making a large investment in its Atlantic City properties as it looks to help make the city’s gambling scene popular again. Caesars […]
Casino April 22, 2021
Macau Continues to See its Gaming Market Rebound with New Gains
The good news is that Macau’s gambling scene appears to be headed in the right direction, with increases in gross gaming revenue (GGR) and run rates being reported in April. The bad news, though, is that it seems like the increases are bringing with them the return of certain bad elements, as the number of […]
Casino April 22, 2021
Bally’s Out as a Potential Casino Operator in Richmond, VA
Bally’s Corp. is no longer in the running to operate a casino resort in Richmond, VA. City officials have decided that the company’s plans didn’t completely align with Richmond’s vision and rejected its proposal, leaving only two more entities in the competition. The selection process began last month and is moving quickly toward the finish […]
Business April 21, 2021
William Hill Acquisition by Caesars Entertainment Now a Virtual Slam Dunk
Attempts to derail Caesars Entertainment’s acquisition of the massive William Hill sports gambling operator have failed. A complaint filed against William Hill by two investment firms that accused it of misleading shareholders and the general public has been thrown out by the High Court of Justice in England and Wales, marking a definitive step in […]
Casino April 21, 2021
Resorts World Las Vegas is Ready to Make Its Grand Entrance on the Strip
It’s been a long time coming, but Resorts World Las Vegas (RWLV) is finally ready to open its doors. The first casino resort to be built on the Las Vegas Strip from the ground up in ten years has announced its expected grand opening date, which is going to come a year later than originally […]
Sports April 21, 2021
Online Sports Gambling Now Officially Part of New York’s Landscape
Soon, it’s going to be possible to place a sports bet on a smartphone while enjoying a show on Broadway. New York is now officially an online sports gambling state after Governor Andrew Cuomo signed off on the state’s budget for the new fiscal year this past Monday. It was a signature that probably should […]
Legal April 20, 2021
Massachusetts Fumbles the Ball with Sports Gambling Legislation
Massachusetts lawmakers need to be reminded of what happens when you fail to plan. There have been attempts over the past year to introduce legalized sports gambling, especially as revenue began to drop due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but that energy and enthusiasm have subsided somewhat. Even though Massachusetts isn’t completely free from the clutches […]
Casino April 20, 2021
Nevada’s Wendover Nugget Casino the Latest to Introduce Cashless Gambling
Maverick Gaming has become the latest casino operator to embrace digital payments at its venues. It has announced that it is introducing cashless payments to its slot machines at the Wendover Nugget in Nevada, following a trend that has gained popularity over the past year. The technology is provided by cashless gaming developer Marker Trax […]
Legal April 20, 2021
Facebook Becomes the Latest to Be Sued over Social Casinos
Facebook is an illegal gaming operator. That’s the assertion of three individuals who have joined forces to sue the social media giant. They argue that the platform, by allowing social casino advertising and apps, is actively – and illegally – involved in the gambling industry and want accountability. This isn’t the first time that the […]